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Trains to London Charing Cross from Gillingham (Dorset)

First train

04:26

Last train

00:04

Departure stationGillingham (Dorset)
Arrival stationLondon Charing Cross
Journey time

From 2h 11m

Distance

98 miles (158 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern

What are the train times from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross?

Check out the next trains departing from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross for Tuesday 10th November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:4213:182h 36m, 2 changes
11:4314:172h 34m, 2 changes
11:4314:182h 35m, 2 changes
12:4215:162h 34m, 2 changes
12:4215:182h 36m, 2 changes
13:4216:132h 31m, 2 changes
14:4217:052h 23m, 2 changes
15:4218:152h 33m, 2 changes
16:4219:132h 31m, 2 changes
17:4220:132h 31m, 2 changes

Trains to London Charing Cross from Gillingham (Dorset)

Want to travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 3 hours 22 minutes to travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross by train. You'll find on average 4 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to London Charing Cross by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern and Southern trains run on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross?

Want to know more about your journey from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross?

You can get from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross by train in 3 hours and 22 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 11 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross take?

The average journey time by train between Gillingham (Dorset) and London Charing Cross is 3 hours and 22 minutes, with around 4 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Gillingham (Dorset) and London Charing Cross by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross is 2 hours and 11 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross?

No, there are no direct train services from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross. Travelling from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Gillingham (Dorset) to London Charing Cross is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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